Beatrix & Sis's Matryoshka-Inspired Shared Room

When we found out we were expecting our second daughter in December, I knew I wanted her to have a nursery like no one else's. Almost all the textile projects in the room were handmade by my mom or myself, and we were able to repurpose existing furnishings from our house without having to buy any new major pieces!

Inspired by the intricacy and charm of Matryoshka dolls, I decided on a colorful, pattern-rich bohemian look with a little wink and whimsy fit for a little girl. I started by choosing a palette of coral and red shades and turquoise to complement the existing gray walls and white crib. A coat of paint and new knobs brightened up our old IKEA Hemnes dresser, and the rest was just tons of fabric-buying and sewing.

I made the ruffled curtains, crib bedding and pillows, and recovered the ugly old glider, while my mom offered her quilting expertise for the crib quilt and twin comforter. It's now everybody's favorite space in the house, including big sister. Now all we have to do is wait for the baby who will call it her own!